Australian passport photo
Australia does two things differently. The size is given as a range rather than one number, and you need two identical prints rather than one. Glasses are refused outright, with no everyday exception.
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Specification
Size35 to 40 mm wide, 45 to 50 mm high
Face height32 to 36 mm, chin to crown
Prints neededTwo identical
BackgroundPlain white or light grey
GlassesNot permitted
Taken withinLast 6 months
Requirements
- Between 35 and 40 mm wide and 45 and 50 mm high
- Face 32 to 36 mm from chin to crown
- Two identical prints on high-quality glossy paper
- Plain white or light grey background with no shadows
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
- No glasses, even if you wear them every day
- Taken within the last six months
What gets photos rejected
- Bringing one print when the application asks for two
- Keeping glasses on, which Australia refuses without exception
- A background with a visible shadow behind the shoulders
- Matte paper where the guidance asks for glossy
- Face outside the 32 to 36 mm band
Questions
What size is an Australian passport photo?
Between 35 and 40 mm wide and between 45 and 50 mm high. Australia gives a range rather than a single size, which is unusual. The face must measure 32 to 36 mm from chin to crown.
How many photos do I need?
Two identical prints on high-quality glossy paper. Bringing a single print is a common reason for being sent away.
Can I wear glasses?
No. The Australian Passport Office asks you to take them off even if you wear them every day.
What background is required?
Plain white or light grey, with no shadows behind you.